azocyanide

/ˌæzoʊsaɪˈænaɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A colorless, oily liquid that is a potent and highly toxic cyanide compound, used as an intermediate in the production of dyes, and as a reagent in chemical analysis.

“The chemist handled the azocyanide with extreme caution, as it is highly toxic and hazardous to health.”

Synonyms

  • cyanide
  • nitrene